WOD 1480 Carrier Bearing Shaft Builder Kit
WF03026
The WOD 1480 Carrier Bearing Shaft Builder Kit is designed for extreme-duty off-road vehicles requiring maximum driveline strength, stability, and reliability. Built around the Wide Open Design Single Ended Carrier Bearing and genuine Spicer 1480 driveline components, this kit provides the foundation for a heavy-duty intermediate shaft assembly used in long wheelbase vehicles, multi-piece driveshaft systems, rear-engine chassis, competition crawlers, Ultra4 race cars, and rock bouncers.
Carrier bearing systems are commonly used when driveshaft length, suspension travel, or driveline angles exceed the practical limits of a traditional single-piece driveshaft. By splitting the driveline into multiple sections, a carrier bearing system helps reduce shaft whip, improve driveline control, minimize vibration, and maintain proper operating angles under extreme suspension movement. This kit combines the WOD Single Ended Carrier Bearing with a complete Spicer 1480 driveline package to create one of the strongest carrier bearing systems available for off-road applications.
Kit Includes:
- (1) WOD Single Ended Carrier Bearing
- (1) Carrier Bearing Mount
- (1) Spicer 1480 Carrier Bearing Yoke
- (1) Spicer 1480 Weld Yoke
- (1) Spicer 1480 Universal Joint
- (1) Spicer 1480 U-Bolt Kit
DOES NOT COME ASSEMBLED – Final welding, fitment, and assembly required
Specifications
|
Specification |
Value |
|
U-Joint Series |
1480 |
|
Carrier Bearing Style |
Single Ended |
|
Shaft Type |
Intermediate Shaft |
|
Application |
Extreme-Duty Off-Road |
|
Assembly Required |
Yes |
|
Installation |
Builder Installed |
|
Driveline Configuration |
Multi-Piece Driveshaft Systems |
Driveshaft Series Comparison
|
Specification |
1350 Series |
1410 Series |
1480 Series |
|
Common Use |
Trail Rigs, Jeeps, Lightweight Buggies |
Rock Crawlers, Ultra4, Rock Bouncers |
Extreme Horsepower Buggies, Mega Trucks, Competition Vehicles |
|
Bearing Cap Diameter |
1.188" |
1.188" |
1.375" |
|
U-Joint Width |
3.625" |
4.188" |
4.188" |
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Relative Strength |
Good |
Better |
Best |
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Driveline Shock Load Capacity |
Moderate |
High |
Extreme |
|
Common Tire Sizes |
Up to 40" |
40"-43" |
43"+ |
|
Typical Horsepower Range* |
Up to 600 HP |
600-900 HP |
900+ HP |
|
Articulation Capability |
Excellent |
Excellent |
Good |
|
Weight |
Lightest |
Moderate |
Heaviest |
*Actual capacity depends on vehicle weight, gearing, tire size, driving style, and driveline design.
Fitment
Recommended Vehicle Applications
|
Vehicle Type |
Recommended Series |
|
Competition Rock Crawler |
1480 |
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Ultra4 Unlimited Car |
1480 |
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Rock Bouncer |
1480 |
|
Mega Truck |
1480 |
|
Rear Engine Buggy |
1480 |
|
Long Wheelbase Buggy |
1480 |
|
Mud Racing Truck |
1480 |
|
LS-Powered Competition Vehicle |
1480 |
|
Big Block Off-Road Build |
1480 |
|
Forced Induction Off-Road Vehicle |
1480 |
Common Applications
- Intermediate Shaft Assemblies
- Carrier Bearing Driveshaft Systems
- Multi-Piece Driveshaft Systems
- Long Wheelbase Chassis
- Rear Engine Chassis
- Competition Buggies
- Rock Bouncers
- Ultra4 Race Cars
- High Horsepower Off-Road Vehicles
Tech Insight
What is a carrier bearing used for?
A carrier bearing supports intermediate driveshaft sections in multi-piece driveline systems. It helps control shaft whip, reduce vibration, and maintain proper driveline geometry.
When do I need a carrier bearing system?
Carrier bearings are commonly used in long wheelbase vehicles, rear-engine chassis, competition buggies, and applications where a single-piece driveshaft becomes too long or operates at excessive angles.
Why use a 1480 carrier bearing system?
The 1480 series offers the highest torque capacity and durability of the common driveline families, making it ideal for large tires, high horsepower engines, and severe off-road use.
What driveshaft components work with this kit?
This kit is designed to work with WOD 1480 Driveshaft Builder Kit, Spicer 1480 Universal Joints, Spicer 1480 Yokes, and other 1480 driveline components.
Is this kit assembled and ready to install?
No. This is a DIY builder kit intended for experienced fabricators. Welding, tube cutting, assembly, and final fitment are required.
Can I upgrade to a 1480 carrier bearing system from a 1350 or 1410 system?
Yes. Many builders upgrade to 1480 components when increasing tire size, horsepower, vehicle weight, or overall driveline load.
